Process Improvement Lead

Serve as a technical lead for continuous improvement of line-level metrics across multiple shifts for Udi’s Gluten-Free products, reporting to the Operations Manager at our Denver plant. You will develop tactical gap-to-goal plans and mid-range strategic plans, driving overall line performance through continuous improvement processes and fostering a zero-loss culture. You will guide team members to identify, manage, and execute improvement opportunities while creating an engaged, team-oriented workforce that delivers strong business results.

Your Impact

• Advocate for and enforce Conagra’s safety and quality programs while engaging your team
• Understand the mechanical aspects of your line to perform basic troubleshooting
• Communicate potential line concerns related to safety, efficiency, or risk promptly
• Inspire your team to learn the line, produce the best products, and grow within Conagra
• Coordinate and deliver line training opportunities
• Use an enterprise resource planning platform (preferably SAP) to log production tasks
• Partner with maintenance, leaders, and staff to guide production and identify improvement opportunities

Your Experience

• High school diploma or GED; Bachelor’s degree in Engineering preferred
• 1+ years of experience with Microsoft Office
• 1+ years of manufacturing leadership experience
• Previous experience in a manufacturing environment
• Prior experience leading and supporting project management (leading cross-functional teams, defining scope, managing timelines)
• Knowledge of structured CI methodologies (i.e., Lean, Six Sigma)
• Ability to translate technical problems into clear recommendations and documented standards
• Proficient in English, with strong verbal and written communication skills

Relocation assistance is available for this position. Preference will be given to local candidates.

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Compensation: 

The annual salary listed above is the expected offering for this position. An employee’s actual annual salary will be based on but not limited to: location, relevant experience/level and skillset, while balancing internal Conagra employees’ equity. Conagra Brands will comply with applicable law regarding minimum salaries for exempt employees.

Anticipated Close Date: 

Our Benefits:

We care about your total well-being and will support you with the following, subject to your location and role:

• Health: Comprehensive healthcare plans, wellness incentive program, mental wellbeing support and fitness reimbursement
• Wealth: Great pay, bonus incentive opportunity, matching 401(k) and stock purchase plan
• Growth: Career development opportunities, employee resource groups, on-demand learning and tuition reimbursement
• Balance: Paid-time off, parental leave, flexible work-schedules (subject to your location and role) and volunteer opportunities

Our Company:

At Conagra Brands, we have a rich heritage of making great food. We aspire to have the most impactful, energized and inclusive culture in food. As a member of our 18,000+ person team across 40+ locations, you are empowered to reach your potential, make an impact and own your career. We're in the business of building champions – within our people and our iconic brands like Birds Eye ®, Slim Jim® and Reddi-Wip®.

Our focus on innovation extends beyond making great food, it also reflects our commitment to embracing new solutions that positively impact our team, the communities we serve and the health of our planet. Foodies Welcome.

Conagra Brands is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, ethnic or national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, pregnancy, leave status, disability, veteran status, genetic information and/or any other characteristic or status protected by national, federal, state or local law. Reasonable accommodation may be made upon request.